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Higher Education: Policy, ICT & Systemic Change

Vorasuang Duangchinda (Michael) Assistant Director, Office of Online Education,

Sripatum University (Thailand) & Coordinator, ALCoB Thailand

[email protected]

The 6th APEC Future Education Forum & the 8th International ALCoB Conference Pusan National University, Busan, Korea, from November 24, 2010

Higher Education: Policy, ICT & Systemic Change Holistic Systemic Approach for the Sustainable Development and Inclusive Growth of APEC Future Education

Vorasuang Duangchinda (Michael) 2 of 30 The 6th APEC Future Education Forum & the 8th International ALCoB Conference: PNU, Busan, Korea, Nov 24, 2010

Contents

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Introduction

Research Methodology

Findings & Discussion

Conclusion



Introduction

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Terminology Problems Statement



Terminology

TCU (1/2)

• Thailand Cyber University Project

• Founded in 2005 by Office of The Higher Education Commission, Ministry of Education, Thailand to be the central body of cooperative activities among universities to promote and support online distance education (e-Learning) in Thailand.

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Terminology

TCU (2/2)

• Recently, TCU has been awarded Honorable Mentions for the 2009 UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of ICTs in Education as over 13,000 education professionals from 76 institutes have been trained.

UNESCO, (2010), “2009 UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of ICTs in Education awarded” Available online at: http://www.unesco.org/en/education/dynamic-content-single-view/news/rector_of_moscow_institute_of_open_education_and_the_jordan_education_initiative_receive_2009_unesco/back/9195/cHash/86115cd643/

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http://www.unesco.org/en/education/dynamic-content-single-view/news/rector_of_moscow_institute_of_open_education_and_the_jordan_education_initiative_receive_2009_unesco/back/9195/cHash/86115cd643/












Terminology e-Pro (1/2)

• e-Learning Professional Certificate Program

• Is one of TCU flagship training courses offered by TCU since 2006. It is divided into three tracks: for e-Learning teachers, courseware designers, and project managers. There are twelve subjects on offer. Each subject is delivered in a fully online environment. Each subject is worth three credit points, spans eight weeks. Total number of students enrolled is now close to 1,000 persons. To get a certificate, students will need to pass comprehensive examination at the end (face to face)

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Terminology

e-Pro (2/2)

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Subjects

e-Learning

Teacher Courseware

Designer Project Manager

1. Principles of e-Learning Core Core Core

1. e-Learning Methods and Skills Core Core Elective

1. Monitoring e-Classroom Core Elective Elective

1. Design e-Learning Courseware Elective Core Elective

1. Designing Effective Website for e-Learning Elective Core Elective

1. Evaluation of e-Learning Courseware Elective Core Elective

1. Evaluation Methods and Techniques in e-Learning Core Elective Elective

1. e-Learning Delivery System Core Core Core

1. e-Learning Project Management Elective Elective Core

1. Organizational e-Learning Policy and Strategy Elective Elective Core

1. Innovative Technology in e-Learning Core Core Core

1. Quality Assurance in e-Learning Core Core Core



Terminology

Mobility (1/2)

• Using portable computing devices (such as laptops, tablet PCs, PDAs, and smart phones) with wireless networks enables mobility and mobile learning, allowing teaching and learning to extend to spaces beyond the traditional classroom.

http://www.educause.edu/ELI/LearningTechnologies/MLearningandMobility/12397

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Terminology

Mobility (2/2)

• Within the classroom, mobile learning gives instructors and learners increased flexibility and new opportunities for interaction. Mobile technologies support learning experiences that are collaborative, accessible, and integrated with the world beyond the classroom.


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Terminology

EMM

• e-Learning Maturity Model

• A quality improvement framework based on the ideas of the Capability Maturity Model (CMM) and Software Process Improvement and Capability dEtermination (SPICE) methodologies.

Marshall, S., Mitchell, G., and Beames, S. (2007), “Benchmarking for quality improvement: The e-Learning maturity model”, Poster in Proceedings at ASCILITE Singapore 2007. Marshall, S., and Mitchell, G., (2006), “Assessing sector e-learning capability with an e-learning maturity model”, Proceedings of the Association for Learning Technologies Conference, 2006, Edinburgh, UK. Marshall, S., (2005), “Determination of New Zealand tertiary institution e-learning capability: an application of an e-learning maturity model: report on the e-learning maturity model evaluation of the New Zealand tertiary sector”, report to the New Zealand Ministry of Education, Available online at: http://www.utdc.vuw.ac.nz/research/emm/documents/SectorReport.pdf Marshall, S., and Mitchell, G. (2004), “Applying SPICE to e-Learning: An e-Learning Maturity Model?”, In Proceedings of the Sixth Australasian Computing Education Conference (ACE2004), Dunedin. Conferences in Research and Practice in Information Technology, vol. 30. R. Lister and A. Young, Eds. pp: 185-191.

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Terminology

IDM

• One of four Program Delivery Methods in Extension Education. IDM gives opportunities for learners to discuss, clarify, or to gain better understanding of the study content, and therefore effective learning can take place.

Duangchinda. V., Kim. Y. H., and Mekhabunchakij, K., (2010) "Mobility and e-Learning Delivery Methods: Through the Perspectives of Thailand Cyber University Project (TCU)", Asia-Pacific Cybereducation Journal, vol. 6., no. 1 (2010), pp. 30-49. Also Available online at: http://acecjournal.org/2009/Journal_Data/Vol6No1/6-1-3.pdf Richardson, J. G., Jenkins, D. M., and Crickenberger R. G., (1994), “Program Delivery Methods in Extension Education”, North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service, Available online at: http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/resources/education/sd6/

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http://acecjournal.org/2009/Journal_Data/Vol6No1/6-1-3.pdf





http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/resources/education/sd6/



Program Delivery Methods in Extension Education - Integrative Methods Delivery Modes

1. Conference

Meetings of small or large group

of people within same interest

for formal presentations to the

entire group.

7. Symposium

Assembly that small number of

experts making short

presentation to audiences.

13. Brainstorming

A turn-based discussion.

19. Computer network

Linkage of 3 or more computers

connected for members to share

ideas or exchange information.

2. Convention

Assembly of a large number of

people with similar interests,

which may be more than one

group at a time.

8. Colloquy

Gathering of experts to discuss in

front of audiences who may ask

questions until the issue is

resolved.

14. Audience reaction team

A group of 3 selected members to respond

to specific information.

20. Satellite conferencing

Teleconferencing via cable or

satellite.

3. Seminar

Meetings of group with specific

subject led by a recognized

body.

9. Dialogue

Discussion of 2 persons in front

of audiences.

15. Listening team

A pre-presentation process where a few

audiences are invited to preview the

presentation and suggest how the

presentation should be.

21. Personal visit

Face to face exchange of

information at least 2 persons

usually at the location of persons

receiving the information.

4. Panel

Discussions within small group

of knowledgeable members of

exchange of ideas without

formal presentation.

10. Institute

Series of in-depth presentation

for those who share common

interest.

16. Interview

Face to face meeting for exchanging facts.

22. Office visit

Face to face exchange of

information at least 2 persons

usually at the location of persons

providing the information.

5. Forum

Group discussion that allows

members to participate during a

period of time.

11. Buzz group

Discussion between 5-8 persons

for topic raised by larger group

assembly.

17. Teleconference

3 or more persons at different locations

engaged in audio or video discussion

through electronic means.

(modified from

Richardson, Jenkins,

& Crickenberger, 1994)

6. Meeting

Group of people meet together

for common purpose.

12. Discussion group

Informal gathering for discussing

a topic of mutual concern.

18. Telephone conversation

Voice Communication between two

people who are at different places through

electronic means.



Problems Statement • Today’s students are no longer the people our educational

system was designed to teach (Prensky, 2001)

• Future cannot be seen only with knowledge from the research and theory. In order to see it, we need to practice knowledge continuously with patience and passion (Kim, 2007)

• Rapid changing societies require continuously and effective renewal of knowledge (Nishinosono, 2003)

• Education in Thailand needs a big chance to cope with learning of the new era (Sombuntham, 2008a; Sombuntham , 2008; and Yoshida, Lavansiri, Sombuntham, 2005)

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Education

Policy, ICT & Systemic Change

Online Education

Pedagogical Approaches



Problems Statement 2

Higher

Education

Policy, ICT & Systemic Change

Higher Education: Policy, ICT & Systemic

Change

Pedagogical Approaches



Problems Statement

Research Question

• What modes of Integrative Delivery Methodology are suitable for Mobility in Thai Education?

Expected Contribution

• It is expected that Educational institutions in Thailand can refer to the assessed modes of Integrative Delivery Methodology with Mobility for successful implementation of their e-Learning.

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• Utilizes qualitative survey research methodology using online survey form.

• Research population includes all fourteen teachers of the e-Pro, who are lecturers from various universities around Thailand. And have had hand-on experiences in teaching the program since 2006




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Integrative Delivery Modes

Number of Teachers

have used? have NOT used?

Person - % Person - %

1. Conference 8 57% 6 43%

2. Convention 5 36% 9 64%

3. Seminar 9 64% 5 36%

4. Panel 3 21% 11 79%

5. Forum 6 43% 8 57%

6. Meeting 6 43% 8 57%

7. Symposium 1 7% 13 93%

8. Colloquy 2 14% 12 86%

9. Dialogue 5 36% 9 64%

10. Institute 3 21% 11 79%

11. Buzz group 6 43% 8 57%

12. Discussion group 14 100% 0 0%

13. Brainstorming 12 86% 2 14%

14. Audience reaction team 3 21% 11 79%

15. Listening team 2 14% 12 86%

16. Interview 4 29% 10 71%

17. Teleconference 5 36% 9 64%

18. Telephone conversation 9 64% 5 36%

19. Computer network 5 36% 9 64%

20. Satellite conferencing 1 7% 13 93%

21. Personal visit 0 0% 14 100%

22. Office visit 3 21% 11 79%

Which Integrative e-Learning Delivery Method have been used by TCU e-Pro teachers?

Findings & Discussion What are the e-Pro teachers opinions if

mobility can improve the Integrative Method? Integrative Delivery Modes

Will/Does Mobility

for each mode

Total of 70 Avg of 5/Rank

1. Conference 62 4.43 4

2. Convention 54 3.86 T9*

3. Seminar 58 4.14 T7*

4. Panel 50 3.57 T14*

5. Forum 64 4.57 T2*

6. Meeting 50 3.57 T14*

7. Symposium 54 3.86 T9*

8. Colloquy 49 3.50 17

9. Dialogue 54 3.86 T9*

10. Institute 46 3.29 19*

11. Buzz group 60 4.29 5

12. Discussion group 67 4.79 1

13. Brainstorming 64 4.57 T2*

14. Audience reaction team 52 3.71 T12*

15. Listening team 45 3.21 20

16. Interview 47 3.36 18

17. Teleconference 59 4.21 6

18. Telephone conversation 58 4.14 T7*

19. Computer network 52 3.71 T12*

20. Satellite conferencing 50 3.57 T14*

21. Personal visit 36 2.57 21

22. Office visit 35 2.50 22

Average 53 3.79 ~13


Top and Bottom Fives: Improvement of Mobility in e-Pro classes in each Integrative Delivery Mode


Will/Does Mobility

for each mode

Total of 70 Avg of 5/Rank

12. Discussion group 67 4.79 1

5. Forum 64 4.57 T2*

13. Brainstorming 64 4.57 T2*

1. Conference 62 4.43 4

11. Buzz group 60 4.29 5

16. Interview 47 3.36 18

10. Institute 46 3.29 19

1. Listening team 45 3.21 20

21. Personal visit 36 2.57 21

1. Office visit 35 2.50 22


Selective combination of teachers’ perceptions


Will/Does Mobility Have teacher

used? for each mode

Avg of 5/Rank

12. Discussion group 4.79 1 100%

5. Forum 4.57 T2* 43%

13. Brainstorming 4.57 T2* 86%

1. Listening team 3.21 20 14%

21. Personal visit 2.57 21 0%

1. Office visit 2.50 22 21%

Findings & Discussion Perceptions of the experts on How will Mobility improves the

Delivery Modes

Top 11

1. Discussion group

T2. Forum

T2. Brainstorming

4. Conference

5. Buzz group

6. Teleconference

T7. Seminar

T7. Telephone conversation

T9. Convention

T9. Symposium

T9. Dialogue

Bottom 11

T12. Audience reaction team

T12. Computer network

T14. Panel

T14. Meeting

T14. Satellite conferencing

T17. Colloquy

18. Interview

19. Institute

20. Listening team

21. Personal visit

22. Office visit

Integrative Delivery Modes (IDM) that the experts believe will be improved by Mobility



Conclusion

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Conclusion (1/4)

• This study serves as a preliminary finding of Integrative e-Learning Delivery Methods, based only on the teachers in e-Pro certificate program of Thailand Cyber University Project (TCU).



Conclusion (2/4)

• Although the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and TCU are credible, but it would be interesting to see comparison of this study with at least two more Thai Universities who offer online courses at similar level.



Conclusion (3/4)

• The results can then be analyzed and generalized more convincingly. In addition, further research could be applied at international levels, whereby universities of different economies in APEC region or outside may be compared as well.



Conclusion (4/4)

Full Reading:

Duangchinda. V., Kim. Y.H., and Mekhabunchakij. K., (2010) "Mobility and e-Learning Delivery Methods: Through the Perspectives of Thailand Cyber University Project (TCU)", Asia-Pacific Cybereducation Journal, vol. 6., no. 1 (2010), pp. 30-49. Also available online at: http://acecjournal.org/2009/Journal_Data/Vol6No1/6-1-3.pdf

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Vorasuang Duangchinda (Michael) Assistant Director, Office of Online Education, Sripatum University (Thailand)

& Coordinator, ALCoB Thailand [email protected]